Spritz cookies have their roots in the culinary tradition of Europe, especially in Germany and Nordic countries, where they are very popular during the Christmas holidays. This type of cookie is characterized by its crunchy texture and delicate shape, which gets its name from the German term "spritzen," meaning "to squirt" or "to spray," referring to the technique of shaping the dough through a special press. In Latin America, spritz cookies are recognized by the same name in many countries, although in some places they are simply called "butter cookies" or "pressed cookies." They are appreciated for their buttery flavor and the possibility of decorating them with colored sugars or nuts, adapting to different customs and celebrations.
Spritz cookies II
How to Prepare Spritz Cookies II
To begin, mix the flour with the baking powder.
Then, beat the butter for 30 seconds until it is creamy.
Incorporate the sugar and continue beating until a fluffy mixture is achieved.
Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract, beating well to integrate all the ingredients.
Gradually add the flour and baking powder mixture to the beaten preparation, mixing until a homogeneous dough forms.
It is important not to refrigerate the dough to facilitate shaping.
Then, use a cookie press to force the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, forming the desired shapes.
If desired, you can sprinkle the cookies with colored sugars or ground almonds tinted with red or green food coloring for a festive touch.
Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 7 to 8 minutes.
Finally, let the cookies cool on a rack before enjoying them.
Ingredients (7)
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Butter
- Sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla
- Almond extract
Instructions (11 steps)
- 1 Mix the flour and baking powder
- 2 Beat the butter for 30 seconds
- 3 Add the sugar and beat until fluffy
- 4 Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract
- 5 Beat well
- 6 Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating until well blended
- 7 Do not refrigerate
- 8 Force the dough through a cookie press onto an ungreased baking sheet
- 9 If desired, sprinkle with colored sugars or with ground almonds tinted red or green with food coloring
- 10 Bake in a 400-degree oven for 7-8 minutes
- 11 Cool on a wire rack
Nutritional Information
Calories:
102 kcal
Protein:
2%
Carbohydrates:
3%
Fat:
9%
Sugar:
16%
Sodium:
2%
Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.